Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has disclosed that Yuki Tsunoda, the rising star of the AlphaTauri Formula 1 team, was highly sought after by rival teams before the announcement of his contract extension through the 2025 season. This news comes as a boost to AlphaTauri’s ambitions, as the young Japanese driver continues to impress with his performances on the track.
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As Audi prepares to enter Formula 1 as a works manufacturer in 2026, ex-driver Gerhard Berger has offered a word of caution, advising the German marque to expect a patient journey to the top, similar to the experiences of Red Bull and Ferrari. Berger’s insights underscore the challenges facing Audi and the importance of perseverance in the pursuit of Formula 1 success.
As the 2024 Formula 1 season enters its final stretch, the driver market for 2025 is already taking shape. Key announcements have been made, with Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez solidifying Red Bull’s lineup, while Lewis Hamilton makes a surprise move to Ferrari. Explore the confirmed lineups, looming decisions, and potential upheaval for the upcoming season.
Red Bull Formula 1 boss Laurent Mekies has expressed confidence in Daniel Ricciardo’s ability to regain top form, stressing the team’s responsibility to deliver the right platform for the Australian driver to perform at his best. Ricciardo’s mixed results this season have raised concerns, but Mekies believes the driver’s recent standout performances demonstrate his race-winning potential.
Red Bull remains unfazed by the rising threat from rival teams, with key advisor Helmut Marko promising significant upgrades that will further solidify their position at the top of the Formula 1 standings.
With the Formula 1 season heating up, all eyes are on Red Bull’s resurgence ahead of the Barcelona Grand Prix. After struggling on recent street circuits, the team’s RB20 is poised to shine on traditional high-downforce tracks, setting the stage for an epic battle at the front of the grid.
In a thrilling encounter at the 2024 Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen and Red Bull emerged victorious, showcasing their ability to minimize mistakes and capitalize on others’ errors. The Montreal event saw three separate teams with a realistic chance to win, but Verstappen’s consistency and strategic prowess ultimately paid off.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has emphasized that the Italian marque will maintain its current approach despite suffering a torrid weekend in Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix. The team’s dominant performance in Monaco had pegged them as favorites in Montreal, but they struggled with tyre temperature and suffered a double Q2 elimination. Vasseur reflected on whether Ferrari’s nightmare showing at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve represented the worst since he replaced Mattia Binotto at the helm in late 2022, stating that the team will encounter more setbacks but they will not change their working practices.
Reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen is convinced that Red Bull can solve its long-standing kerb-riding weakness without compromising the aerodynamic prowess of its RB20 car. The team is working tirelessly to address this performance limitation, aiming to find the perfect balance between aerodynamics and the ability to ride kerbs.
The 2024 Formula 1 season is witnessing a surge of innovation as teams explore the potential of semi-detached rear wing tip solutions. From Aston Martin and Alpine’s pioneering designs to the diverse adaptations by Sauber, Mercedes, and Red Bull, the race is on to recoup lost performance and stay ahead of the pack.